Israel targets Iran's military capabilities

AFTER NIGHT OF MUTUAL ATTACKS

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Israel targeted Iran’s air defenses and missile launchers on Saturday as it pressed its bid to dismantle its arch-foe’s military capabilities, after a night of mutual attacks.

Israel’s massive strikes on Iran, which it calls an existential threat, have hit nuclear and military facilities, killed top commanders and dozens of civilians, and sought to destroy the country’s defense capabilities.

Iran has hit back with volleys of missiles that lit up the night sky over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, killing three people and wounding dozens.

Following decades of enmity and conflict by proxy, it is the first time that Israel and Iran have traded fire with such intensity, with fears of a prolonged conflict engulfing the region.